‘The Talk’ Episode Guide (July 31): Emma Bunton; Laura Benanti

On today’s all-new episode of “The Talk” on CBS, singer-songwriter and former Spice Girl Emma Bunton visits the program to discuss judging in the ABC music competition series “Boy Band.” Next, radio personality Big Boy leads a discussion on the latest trending headlines during the “Top Talker” segment.

The hosts swap stories, challenge each other on issues and engage the studio audience and viewers at home about events in the headlines and their own homes. Show segments include guest interviews with entertainers and newsmakers, musical performances, appearances from extraordinary people with stories that engage and inform as well as how-to demos, real-world advice and tips from the leading experts in fitness, diet, health, home, relationships, finance and fashion. The show was developed by Gilbert, who also serves as executive producer.

“The Talk” airs live on weekdays from 2:00-3:00PM EST on CBS in most markets.